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  • Can I swim in the ocean two months after torn retina repair?


    Question:
    I had a retinal tear repaired by laser two months ago.  Would salt water from my 45-minute ocean swims damage the repaired area?

    Answer:

    After two months, your laser scarring around the retinal tear should be mature.  There is no harm for you to be swimming, whether in freshwater or salt water.


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